Long Live the Queens!
Shakespears Sister · 2005
78 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · synth-pop
A blend of synth-pop and alternative rock, delivering infectious hooks wrapped in emotional depth.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical reception, as it demonstrated Shakespears Sister's enduring appeal in the UK music scene. The single 'You're History' gained substantial airplay and contributed to the band's legacy within the synth-pop genre, showcasing their ability to reinvent themselves while maintaining a connection to their past.
- Career context
- By the time 'Long Live the Queens!' was released in 2005, Shakespears Sister had experienced a significant evolution. This album followed their successful 1992 release 'Hormonally Yours', marking their return after a lengthy hiatus and lineup changes. The duo's shift towards more electronic influences reflects their artistic growth during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Pet Shop Boys· Modern Talking
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You're History (Maximised version) Standout 6:40
- 2 Pretty Boy Standout 3:40
- 3 Break My Heart (You Really) (extended version) 5:38
- 4 Heroine (Heavenly) Standout 5:35
- 5 Run Silent (Revolution mix) 6:32
- 6 Mr Wrong 3:55
- 7 Dirty Mind (1990 version) 4:10
- 8 Goodbye Cruel World (BTO remix) 5:50
- 9 Black Sky (The Black Widow mix) 5:59
- 10 I Don't Care (Henley Board mix) 4:06
- 11 Remember My Name 3:37
- 12 Stay (acoustic version) 3:44
- 13 Prehistoric Daze 4:58
- 14 Suddenly 3:40
- 15 Opportunity Knockers 4:48
- 16 I Can Drive (Pull Down Your Pants mix) 5:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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